CHAPTER 32: CHAPTER 32: THE XIA FAMILY’S SCHEME

Shi Kui showed a hesitant expression on his face, but after a moment, he nodded, "Alright, I can introduce you to my senior brother, but I can’t guarantee whether he’ll agree to help."

Shi Kui’s senior brother was different from him; Shi Kui learned witchcraft, while his senior brother learned Taoist Techniques.

Even though they had the same master, their focuses were different.

Problems he couldn’t solve, perhaps his senior brother could.

"Okay, we will have a good chat with the master’s senior brother, and absolutely won’t put him in a difficult position," Yu Hongmei quickly promised.

The fact that they managed to connect with Shi Kui was thanks to Yu Hongliang pulling some strings. Now, having the chance to connect with a more powerful person, Yu Hongmei was naturally very pleased.

Yu Hongmei’s attitude somewhat displeased Shi Kui, but he didn’t say anything, "I’ll get in touch with my senior brother, then we’ll set a time and place for you to meet."

Having said this, Shi Kui left the courtyard with his hands behind his back.

Shi Kui acted quickly, and by the next day, he had arranged the meeting for Yu Hongmei.

Shi Kui’s senior brother looked much younger than him, with a clean-shaven face and a refined, polite demeanor. At first glance, he seemed like a harmless little pup.

When Yu Hongmei saw him, she was momentarily stunned, but since Shi Kui said he was his senior brother, he wouldn’t lie to her.

"This is my senior brother, Dai Ying," Shi Kui introduced to Yu Hongmei.

"This is Miss Yu Hongmei," Shi Kui said and then sat down smoothly.

Yu Hongmei accompanied her smile, "Master, has Master Shi Kui already told you about my family’s situation?"

Dai Ying responded nonchalantly with a hum, reached out and picked up a teacup, speaking leisurely, "I understand your situation now."

After a pause, Dai Ying’s dark, bright eyes looked at Yu Hongmei, "So, Miss Yu, what are your demands? Do you want the one surnamed Song to die, or the daughter of the Song Family to die?"

A trace of ferocity flashed in Yu Hongmei’s eyes, "I want that little brat to die!"

As long as Xia Mian dies, Song Juan would certainly be devastated. By then, everything of the Song Family would still be theirs, the Xia Family’s!

Dai Ying nodded slightly, "Alright."

After saying that, Dai Ying gently tapped his fingers on the table.

Shi Kui frowned, formed his hand into a fist, and brought it to his mouth for a light cough, "Miss Yu, my senior brother’s rule is to collect half as a deposit first."

Yu Hongmei, despite being pained at the cost, transferred the money to Dai Ying, thinking of the vast wealth of the Song Family.

Seeing the increasing numbers in his bank account, Dai Ying’s smile grew noticeably softer, "I will have the chance to meet her."

Yu Hongmei smiled along, "Then Master, we’ll really trouble you. Once it’s done, our Xia Family will certainly reward you richly!"

Dai Ying chuckled lightly, his gaze shifting to the distance.

Not knowing if it was his illusion, the moment he agreed to this task, his heart seemed to beat a bit faster.

This feeling made him quite unhappy.

Since becoming a master himself, he hadn’t felt this way for a long time.

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Xia Mian had just dealt with the witchcraft issue on Song Juan when she received a call from Lu Zechuan after washing her hands and coming out of the bathroom.

"Today is my grandmother’s seventieth birthday. She wants to invite you over to liven things up. Are you available?" Lu Zechuan’s voice came over the phone, magnetic and alluring.

Xia Mian thought about it; she didn’t seem too busy, so she agreed, "Sure!"

Xia Mian had a good impression of Mrs. Lu from the Lu Family; she was approachable and didn’t have that overbearing and aloof attitude of a super-rich family matron. Xia Mian quite liked her.

"I’ll come to pick you up," Lu Zechuan chuckled lightly, his tone relaxed.

He thought if he informed Xia Mian last minute, she might find him presumptuous!

Xia Mian smiled, politely declined, "No need, I’ll drive over myself."

As Lu Zechuan seemed to be enveloped in bad luck and facing various troubles, Xia Mian felt it was more secure for him to stay home until she completely understood who had altered his fate.

Lu Zechuan likely picked up on this point too and didn’t insist on picking Xia Mian up.

Planning to attend Mrs. Lu’s seventieth birthday celebration, Xia Mian decided to do her styling and buy an outfit.

After having lunch, Xia Mian told Song Juan and then headed out.

Having come clean with Song Juan the night before, Song Juan felt much more at ease with Xia Mian going out, no longer worrying about Xia Mian not handling the Xia Family.

After all, she had personally seen her daughter remove the Gu Worm from her own body.

Her daughter was indeed remarkable!

Xia Mian went to the most bustling commercial street in Beijing, where there were world-class fashion brands.

After strolling on the commercial street for a short while, Xia Mian found herself a fishtail dress. She was trying it on and looking in the mirror when she spotted a familiar face reflected back.

Han Xi.

Han Xi was out with Yu Hongmei, who affectionately clung to Han Xi’s arm, though Han Xi’s face showed no hint of happiness.

Before, she had gone through great efforts to try and marry Xia Jianguo, eyeing the Song Group behind him.

Now, look at it—Xia Jianguo is in prison, and the Song Group has returned to Song Juan; she’s been left empty-handed!

Originally, she planned to have an abortion and make her escape.

But the matron of the Xia Family contacted her, promising that they would give her and her child a proper accounting, urging her to give birth peace of mind.

Of course, Han Xi wouldn’t be so easily deceived. The Xia Family people were only concerned that with Xia Jianguo imprisoned and unlikely to ever be freed, they feared the Xia Family’s bloodline would end, which is why they set their sights on the child in her belly!

Han Xi wanted to flee, but Yu Hongmei threatened her, saying if she refused to give birth to the child, they would go so far as to expose everything dirty, including videos of her with Xia Jianguo...

Han Xi loathed it to the core, but she had to consider her future; her reputation was already tarnished enough. One more scandal would ruin her life completely.

As she was feeling frustrated, Han Xi saw Xia Mian trying on clothes in a luxury fashion store.

The girl’s figure was graceful, her posture elegant, turning a simple fishtail dress into a stunning, enchanting ensemble.

A fire rekindled in Han Xi’s heart.

Ultimately, she’s in this predicament because of Xia Mian!

If it weren’t for Xia Mian fanning the flames, prodding Song Juan to divorce, her situation wouldn’t be so passive now!

With these thoughts, Han Xi marched towards Xia Mian angrily.

"You little brat!" Han Xi, eyes ablaze, cursed as she charged at Xia Mian.

Yu Hongmei hurried to hold her back, worried that Han Xi might suffer, "Ah Xi!"

But it was too late; Han Xi had already reached Xia Mian and raised her hand to slap her.

Xia Mian had long noticed Han Xi, and now, with Han Xi coming at her without a word, she almost thanked her ancestors on the spot!

She’d wanted to beat this bitch for a long time but never had the chance; now, this bitch was delivering herself on a platter!